The Florida Panthers are getting a major boost in net, as Jacob Markstrom is set to return tonight against the Detroit Red Wings, according to head coach Paul Maurice.

Markstrom has been sidelined for 2 weeks after suffering an upper-body injury, leaving the Panthers to rely on Akira Schmid during his absence. Schmid stepped up when called upon, helping Florida put together a three-game winning streak.

Now, with Markstrom returning between the pipes, the Panthers will look to keep that momentum rolling against Detroit. The veteran goaltender was off to a solid start before his injury, posting a 3-1-1 record, a 2.21 goals-against average, a .897 save percentage, and one shutout through his first six appearances of the season.

Schmid deserves credit for holding things down, but getting Markstrom back gives Florida another experienced presence in goal as the team continues its push through the early part of the season.

The Panthers have won three straight games, and Markstrom’s return comes at an important time. Now, Florida will look to make it four in a row when they take on the Red Wings tonight.